The 2D animated series Trotro & Zaza, from Ellipse Animation and Studio Campedelli, is heading into a second season following a successful launch on France Télévisions earlier this year.
The series premiered on Okoo in France in April and drew 13 million viewers. It is inspired by the French preschool property created by Bénédicte Guettier, first published in 2000 by Gallimard Jeunesse and adapted into an animated series in 2004. The Trotro books have sold more than 4.2 million copies. The IP has also performed well on YouTube, logging more than 1.2 billion views.
The new series that launched this year introduces Trotro’s little sister, Zaza. Season one encompassed 78 3.5-minute episodes. It targets kids aged 3 to 5. Season two will also feature 78 episodes.
Pierre Siracusa, head of children’s programming and animation at France Télévisions, commented, “Building on the success of this new adaptation, we are continuing our support for the French production of Trotro and Zaza’s heartwarming and mischievous adventures. Through play, discovery and sibling bonding, the series humorously celebrates the little moments that help children grow. Trotro may have welcomed a little sister, but he still retains his trademark cheeky streak! One of the most beloved preschool characters on the Okoo platform, his popularity both in France and internationally is also a source of pride for us as a leading supporter of French animated content.”
Caroline Duvochel, head of audiovisual and innovation at Média-Participations and MD of Ellipse Animation, added, “We are extremely proud of the exceptional performance and audience reception of Trotro & Zaza. This iconic brand has resonated across generations, and seeing it reach new heights more than 20 years
after the original Trotro first launched is truly remarkable. We thank France Télévisions for their continued trust and look forward to unveiling new episodes soon.”
The series is a co-commission with Rai Kids and RTS and distributed by Mediatoon Distribution.
